Author: Claire Algarme
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First-time at the Chiang Mai Night Safari: Animal Encounters
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Porcupines. Wild boars. Hyenas. Tigers. Lions. One by one these animal species appeared in the glass-enclosed arena as part of an informative and entertaining show on the Night Predators. This is the Chiang Mai Night Safari. Located in the Hang Dong District in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the safari is 12…
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Science & Tech Fair at CMICE in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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On a dark afternoon, while the mist covered the mountain view of Chiang Mai and its vicinity, the large expanse of the Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (CMICE) appeared before us as we approached the compound. We were checking out one of the recommended venues in the northern…
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First-time to design a traditional umbrella in Chiang Mai
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I always love to paint. Imagine my delight when we were given the opportunity to design our own very own hand-made umbrellas. It was a windy afternoon when we visited the Thailand Creative and Design Center (TCDC) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where we did this quick but fun activity. But…
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First-time in 137 Pillars House: Relaxing in Chiang Mai
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Fresh Mango Carpaccio with fresh Tuna, beetroot compote and simmered Shiitake mushroom served with avocado and lime mousse, mustard seed and tamarind dressing. Chargrilled fish fillet with garlic butter chili lime emulsion and vegetable “Misticanze”. French Baked Cheesecake with fresh berries compote sauce and spiral Tuile. There goes my diet. But,…
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First-Time at the Royal Project Thailand: A Hope to People
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There are places that impress you with their beauty. Then there are places that quietly change the way you see the world. For me, that place was the Royal Project Thailand in Chiang Mai. When I first arrived at Doi Mon Cham, Thailand, I felt as though I was standing on top…
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First-time in Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa Chiang Mai
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Our home for our brief visit in Chiang Mai, Thailand is the lush and serene Siripanna Villa Resort and Spa. It exudes “the essence of charming Lanna aesthetics”, preserving the rich heritage of the northern Thailand people. I have been to Chiang Mai twice already and I was happy that…
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First-time in Asiatique the Riverfront in Bangkok
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The Asiatique in Bangkok’s Riverfront is one of the newest places to be in the Land of Smiles. It’s a dining, shopping, and entertainment venue in one. It opens at 5:00 pm until midnight, providing a new vibe to Bangkok’s nightlife. But did you know that Asiatique was once a…
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First-time at The Siam Hotel: History and Home in Bangkok
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It was a fast ride to The Siam Hotel. As we touched down on a Sunday afternoon, the Bangkok streets were free of the usual traffic scene. More so, the police escort that we had, as part of our MICE lane experience for this familiarization trip by the Thailand Convention…
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My art elephant: A Souvenir from The Elephant Parade
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A white thing was standing at the edge of my bed as I walked into my hotel bedroom in Bangkok, Thailand for the MICE familiarization trip. The thing had many colorful designs on it. I looked closely and smiled at what I saw. Meet my art elephant, Forever Birds. Created…
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Thai Airways and its MICE offers for business events
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With three hours on air aboard Thai Airways, I wanted to grab some sleep. But the screen in front of me was too tempting to let it pass. I searched for movies but I couldn’t seem to decide which one to watch. I browsed the music, hoping it can get…
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Thailand gears to be a strong MICE destination
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Bound for Bangkok, Thailand for a MICE familiarization trip, I was engrossed playing a game onboard Thai Airways, one of our trip’s sponsor when the passenger seated beside me asked if he should also fill out the form, the immigration card, that I inserted in my passport. I answered in…
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Travel Tip: Prepare the Right Wear for Travel
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Packing the right wear for travel is of great importance in making sure you will have an awesome journey. Of course, there are different kinds of travelers with different kinds of style. There are some who prefer fashion in their travels while others put comfort over style. But here are…
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First-time Around Silay: Admiring its Heritage Buildings
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Amid the darkened sky and the impending rain, the heritage homes in Silay City — dubbed in olden days as the Paris of Negros Occidental. This city in the Philippines stand proud as they showed off marks of endurance that withstood the ruthlessness of tropical weather and viciousness of conflict…
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Top 10 Destinations Bucket List
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* Spain is a great country to explore. Image above by VideoVik. Though I have hit the road many times and explored places many have not gone before, I still consider myself lacking when it comes to my travel experiences. I have seen a lot, but I have also seen…
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Visiting some Heritage Sites around Metro Manila
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Heritage sites are aplenty in Metro Manila. The various towns and cities within the National Capital Region trace their roots since the 16th century so it’s no wonder that one can find many old buildings and structures around the metropolis. While there are very popular heritage sites in Metro Manila…